Great Oaks Country Club
About Great Oaks Country Club
Great Oaks Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Rochester, Michigan (48307). The course was designed by Bill Newcomb and established in 1970. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,454 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 71.2.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 149, Great Oaks Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Michigan, playing harder than 97% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 3,838 to 6,454 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in Michigan typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
6,454
Slope
132
Rating
71.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
149
This Course
133
MI Average
113
US Average
Based on 490 rated courses in Michigan
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 132 | 71.2 | 405 | 384 | 175 | 406 | 452 | 534 | 435 | 202 | 521 | 3514 | 462 | 371 | 161 | 487 | 294 | 172 | 305 | 366 | 322 | 2940 | 6,454 |
White | 149 | 75.6 | 383 | 370 | 160 | 364 | 421 | 503 | 409 | 177 | 491 | 3278 | 450 | 347 | 149 | 475 | 284 | 154 | 287 | 348 | 315 | 2809 | 6,087 |
White | 128 | 69.6 | 383 | 370 | 160 | 364 | 421 | 503 | 409 | 177 | 491 | 3278 | 450 | 347 | 149 | 475 | 284 | 154 | 287 | 348 | 315 | 2809 | 6,087 |
Gold | 132 | 70.8 | 370 | 345 | 133 | 292 | 296 | 415 | 298 | 158 | 376 | 2683 | 381 | 311 | 141 | 397 | 277 | 143 | 276 | 340 | 275 | 2541 | 5,224 |
Gold | 118 | 65.7 | 370 | 345 | 133 | 292 | 296 | 415 | 298 | 158 | 376 | 2683 | 381 | 311 | 141 | 397 | 277 | 143 | 276 | 340 | 275 | 2541 | 5,224 |
Red | 129 | 68.7 | 276 | 320 | 129 | 288 | 292 | 413 | 294 | 109 | 372 | 2493 | 376 | 303 | 127 | 389 | 213 | 122 | 265 | 292 | 270 | 2357 | 4,850 |
Red | 115 | 63.8 | 276 | 320 | 129 | 288 | 292 | 413 | 294 | 109 | 372 | 2493 | 376 | 303 | 127 | 389 | 213 | 122 | 265 | 292 | 270 | 2357 | 4,850 |
Ladies Senior | 116 | 62.5 | 225 | 325 | 132 | 187 | 266 | 326 | 245 | 109 | 258 | 2073 | 285 | 197 | 122 | 291 | 145 | 121 | 193 | 203 | 208 | 1765 | 3,838 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Great Oaks Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,454 | 132 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,087 | 149 | 75.6 | 12-22 |
White | 6,087 | 128 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,224 | 132 | 70.8 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,224 | 118 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,850 | 129 | 68.7 | 25+ |
Red | 4,850 | 115 | 63.8 | 25+ |
Ladies Senior | 3,838 | 116 | 62.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Great Oaks Country Club
Great Oaks Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Great Oaks Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Great Oaks Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Great Oaks Country Club is a public golf course located in Rochester, MI. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Great Oaks Country Club have?expand_more
Great Oaks Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1970. The course was designed by Bill Newcomb.
What is the yardage at Great Oaks Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Great Oaks Country Club plays to 6,087 yards (par 73). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 3,838 to 6,454 yards.
What is the slope rating at Great Oaks Country Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Great Oaks Country Club have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 71.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Great Oaks Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Great Oaks Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Great Oaks Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Great Oaks Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.greatoakscc.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Great Oaks Country Club offer?expand_more
Great Oaks Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Great Oaks Country Club located?expand_more
Great Oaks Country Club is located at 777 Great Oaks Blvd in Rochester, MI 48307. You can reach them at 248-651-6566.
What is the difficulty level at Great Oaks Country Club?expand_more
Great Oaks Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 149. It plays harder than 97% of golf courses in Michigan. The average slope rating in Michigan is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Great Oaks Country Club?expand_more
Great Oaks Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Blue tees (6,454 yards, slope 132) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Ladies Senior tees (3,838 yards, slope 116) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Great Oaks Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Great Oaks Country Club should play the Ladies Senior tees, which play 3,838 yards with a slope of 116. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Great Oaks Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 118, rating 65.7) at Great Oaks Country Club would have a course handicap of 9 and an expected score of approximately 81. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Great Oaks Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Great Oaks Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.